Admission Requirements

Steps for Admission

1. Submit an application for admission located at cvtc.edu/apply
2. Pay the one-time $30 application processing fee.
3. Education Requirement – Applicants who did not graduate from high school, are not currently high school seniors, and did not receive an HSED or GED diploma can contact Adult Education and College Prep at 715-833-6400 or adultedservices@cvtc.edu to explore options to demonstrate college readiness.

Important

Criminal Justice Program applicants should be aware that the following will prevent a person from being certified as a law enforcement officer:

• a felony conviction
• a domestic-related criminal conviction
• a juvenile violation occurring in 1994 or after which would be a felony as an adult

Additional Information

• Criminal Background Check - A criminal background check will be required upon entry into core courses. You will be notified by your program area when it's time to complete the process. Please note that a fee will apply.
• Financial Aid – Information on financial aid availability, procedures, and deadlines may be obtained by going to the Financial Aid page or by calling 715-833-6200.
• Transfer Credit – Applicants with postsecondary credits should submit an official transcript* to the Admissions Office at admissionsmail@cvtc.edu for evaluation and possible transfer credit.

*Official transcripts must be submitted directly to CVTC from the educational institution by USPS mail or other recognized mail service providers in a sealed envelope or from a digital credential service (i.e., Parchment) approved by CVTC.

Last Updated: April 11, 2025 @ 7:02 a.m.